There may be nothing that says "manly" more than a beard. Typically, a teenage male begins to grow facial hair between the ages of 14 and 16. Some young men have a problem growing facial hair, which can impact their self esteem. Unfortunately, the ability to grow facial hair depends largely on your genetics. However, there are some techniques that you can incorporate into your daily life that may aid in the growth of facial hair.

Visit your primary care physician. Doctors can prescribe testosterone to help with puberty and facial-hair growth if they feel it is necessary for your well-being.

Forgo shaving if you don't need it. Despite popular belief, shaving will not make facial grow quicker or thicker.

Maintain a healthy diet. Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, and drink eight glasses of water a day. Malnutrition can cause slow hair growth.

Take a dietary supplement. Biotin is a supplement that can aid in the growth of hair and nails. Vitamin-B, flaxseed oil and beta-carotene will all aid in hair growth. Talk to your primary care physician before consuming any type of supplement.

Increase your protein intake. Since hair is protein, having an inadequate protein intake can cause inhibited hair growth or hair loss. Eggs, fish and beans are all rich in protein.

Get seven to nine hours of sleep a night. Your body must have adequate rest for proper hair growth.

Keep away from caffeine and cigarette smoke. Both can weaken your body, which causes your hair growth to slow.

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About the Author

Amanda Flanigan began writing professionally in 2007. Flanigan has written for various publications, including WV Living and American Craft Council, and has published several eBooks on craft and garden-related subjects. Flanigan completed two writing courses at Pierpont Community and Technical College.